To pin roll your hair, you'll need to create small, spiral loops of hair and secure them to your scalp. Here's a detailed guide on how to do it:
Preparing to Pin Roll
Before you begin, make sure your hair is dry or slightly damp. You'll also need some tools:
- Bobby pins or pin curl clips.
Step-by-Step Guide to Pin Rolling
Here's a breakdown of how to pin roll your hair effectively:
- Section Your Hair: Begin by taking small sections of hair, about ½ to 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide. It's important to keep the sections consistent for even curls.
- Create the Loop: Take a section of hair and hold it taut between your thumb and forefinger. Wrap the hair around your fingers to form a small loop at the end of the strand.
- Roll Upward: Start rolling the loop upwards in a spiral fashion, continuing to wrap the hair tightly around itself.
- Roll to the Scalp: Continue rolling the hair upwards toward your scalp until you reach the base of the hair.
- Secure the Curl: To hold the pin roll in place, use 1-2 bobby pins and pin them to the roots of your hair. Alternatively, you can use pin curl clips for this purpose.
Alternatives
- Pin Curl Clips: As mentioned, pin curl clips are a great alternative to bobby pins. They are specifically designed for securing pin curls and often provide a more secure hold.
Summary
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Sectioning | Take small sections of hair, about ½ - 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide. |
| 2. Forming Loop | Wrap each section of hair around your thumb and forefinger to create a small loop. |
| 3. Rolling | Continue rolling the loop upwards in a spiral fashion towards your scalp. |
| 4. Securing | Use 1-2 bobby pins or pin curl clips to secure the spiral against your scalp. |
Pin rolling is a fantastic method for creating curls without heat. Once your hair is fully pinned, you can leave it to set for several hours or overnight for defined curls. When you remove the pins, you should have beautiful, bouncy curls.
